Job Description
Full job description
Posted:
09/09/2026
Closing Date:
30/09/2026
Job Type:
Permanent - Full Time
Location:
Wellington
Job Category:
Community Services and Development
About Us
Pact is a major provider of community, vocational and residential based intellectual disability, mental health and addictions services across Southland, Otago, West Coast, Upper South Island and the Lower North Island. Our team of passionate staff journey alongside individuals to support them in setting and achieving their goals.
We are looking for someone with a passion for supporting people with a high and complex needs to lead fulfilling lives in the community.
Our services provide a safe and positive environment where our clients are assisted to achieve maximum independence.
Job Description
Pact is looking for a permanent flexible Community Support Worker to work across our services in Wellington.
The role
We are looking for someone who is client-focused, easily adaptable to a dynamic environment, understanding, observant and non-judgemental. This is a demanding position where you will need to be flexible as you will be on a rotating roster, which means your shifts could change from day, evening, weekend, sleepovers and awake nights.
You will be required to work at different intellectual disability/mental health services, so if you like a diverse work week then this job will be great for someone who enjoys change. In this role, you will be paid $31.97 an hour, no qualifications needed.
Your days may vary, but will consist of:
Engaging with clients
Setting and achieving individual personal goals
Encouraging client participation in day to day life
Supporting them with activities of daily living
Ensuring support with medication and considering client needs
Supporting clients with personal hygiene
Activities within the community
Supporting social and whanau connection
Motivating clients to know they have purpose
Ensuring client processes are accurately documented
Most importantly supporting them to have fun and live fulfilling lives
1 x Full time Permi Flex, (80 hours a fortnight, weekend work included)
As we operate 24/7, hours of work will include day, evening, weekend, awake night and sleepover shifts.
Desired Skills and Experience
No qualifications needed, however there will be an expectation that you will be willing to work towards a Level 4 in Health & Disability. You will inspire, encourage, be a role model plus have excellent interpersonal skills and a ‘can do’ attitude.
A full driver's licence as you will be expected to drive clients when needed
Computer skills are essential
If on a work visa, this must be valid for at least twelve months
Benefits
Training provided to obtain your Health & Wellbeing Level 4 Certificate
First aid certificate paid for by the company
Access to our EAP services
Fun, friendly and supportive environment
Please do not apply unless you already have the right to work in New Zealand. We are unable to help with visa sponsorship.
Posted:
09/09/2026
Closing Date:
30/09/2026
Job Type:
Permanent - Full Time
Location:
Wellington
Job Category:
Community Services and Development
About Us
Pact is a major provider of community, vocational and residential based intellectual disability, mental health and addictions services across Southland, Otago, West Coast, Upper South Island and the Lower North Island. Our team of passionate staff journey alongside individuals to support them in setting and achieving their goals.
We are looking for someone with a passion for supporting people with a high and complex needs to lead fulfilling lives in the community.
Our services provide a safe and positive environment where our clients are assisted to achieve maximum independence.
Job Description
Pact is looking for a permanent flexible Community Support Worker to work across our services in Wellington.
The role
We are looking for someone who is client-focused, easily adaptable to a dynamic environment, understanding, observant and non-judgemental. This is a demanding position where you will need to be flexible as you will be on a rotating roster, which means your shifts could change from day, evening, weekend, sleepovers and awake nights.
You will be required to work at different intellectual disability/mental health services, so if you like a diverse work week then this job will be great for someone who enjoys change. In this role, you will be paid $31.97 an hour, no qualifications needed.
Your days may vary, but will consist of:
Engaging with clients
Setting and achieving individual personal goals
Encouraging client participation in day to day life
Supporting them with activities of daily living
Ensuring support with medication and considering client needs
Supporting clients with personal hygiene
Activities within the community
Supporting social and whanau connection
Motivating clients to know they have purpose
Ensuring client processes are accurately documented
Most importantly supporting them to have fun and live fulfilling lives
1 x Full time Permi Flex, (80 hours a fortnight, weekend work included)
As we operate 24/7, hours of work will include day, evening, weekend, awake night and sleepover shifts.
Desired Skills and Experience
No qualifications needed, however there will be an expectation that you will be willing to work towards a Level 4 in Health & Disability. You will inspire, encourage, be a role model plus have excellent interpersonal skills and a ‘can do’ attitude.
A full driver's licence as you will be expected to drive clients when needed
Computer skills are essential
If on a work visa, this must be valid for at least twelve months
Benefits
Training provided to obtain your Health & Wellbeing Level 4 Certificate
First aid certificate paid for by the company
Access to our EAP services
Fun, friendly and supportive environment
Please do not apply unless you already have the right to work in New Zealand. We are unable to help with visa sponsorship.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Community Support Worker - Permi-Flex position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Wellington offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
